# Office Expedition Modern workplaces integrate extracurricular activities to encourage bonding. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jun 17, 2015 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/office-expedition ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.1/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Office Expedition trend? **Office Expedition:** Recognizing the importance of workplace bonding, employers are integrating activities and expeditions that go outside the office for experiential appeal. Bringing employees to out-of-office destinations for leisurely activity as opposed to work-related events, employers are showcasing a willingness to reward their staff while also encouraging a sense of communication among fellow peers. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 8, 2015 to Jul 1, 2016 - Published: Jun 17, 2015 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Examples of the Office Expedition trend 4 featured examples from Jun 8, 2015 to Jul 1, 2016. - [Eco Team-Building Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/long-point-eco-adventures): Long Point Eco Adventures Offers Skill-Building Activities & Adventure (Category: About) Implication: The hospitality and tourism industry can incorporate eco-friendly and adventure-based team-building activities into their offerings to attract corporate clients and differentiate… - [Tech-Free Team Building Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-detoxing): Digital Detoxing Hosts Unplugged Retreats for Urban Professionals (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity for event planning companies to offer tech-free team building experiences for corporate clients. - [Anti-Tech Nature Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-retreat): Digital Detox Offers Countless Programs for Unplugged Individuals (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Offering accommodation and package deals for digital detox retreat participants. - [Co-Working Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/working-vacations): Unsettled Offers a Way to Take 30 Day Working Vacations With Your Family (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Providing accommodations and services tailored for co-working retreats. **Workshop question:** How often does your team get a chance to interact outside of the office? ## Themes within the Office Expedition trend ### Workplace Bonding Expeditions Employers are integrating out-of-office activities and expeditions to encourage bonding among employees. ### Digital Detox Retreats Initiatives like Digital Detox offer tech-free, nature-based retreats and workshops for unplugging and reconnecting with oneself for urban professionals. ### Eco-Friendly Team Building Activities Outdoor team building activities, which teach skill building and encourage connection among peers in the great outdoors, are becoming increasingly popular, with initiatives such as Long Point Eco Adventures which provides eco-friendly experiences and excursions for public and companies. ## What the Office Expedition trend means for industry ### For Human Resources and Talent Management HR and Talent Management professionals can use workplace expeditions as a way to create a more cohesive and productive team. ### For Wellness and Personal Development Wellness and personal development organizations can leverage Digital Detox retreats and workshops as a method for teaching mindfulness, relaxation, and connection in today's technology-dependent world. ### For Tourism and Hospitality Tourism and Hospitality industries can take advantage of the growing demand for eco-tourism and outdoor experiences by offering activities, retreat and workshops such as those offered by Long Point Eco Adventures. ## Trend signals for Office Expedition Trend score 3.1 out of 10, from popularity 40%, activity 45%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 40% - Activity: 45% - Freshness: 8% ## Recent trend clusters - [Caffeine Remix](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/portable-caffeine-formats) (Lifestyle) - [Shortcut Suppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/premium-ready-meals) (Lifestyle) - [Festive Boosts](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/seasonal-energy-flavors) (Lifestyle) - [Tasting Ladders](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/bourbon-sampler-packs) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Influencer-Curated Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kit-keenan) - [Fragrant Body Care Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-fridays-body-collection1) - [Gaming-Integrated Pizza Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-integrated-pizza-promotions) - [Fashionable Frozen Yogurts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aritzias-aok-caf) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)